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Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching MA

UCAS code: NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

PLEASE NOTE: We are not currently accepting applications for this programme because it will not be running for 2025/26 entry

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The Applied Linguistics & English Language Teaching MA is a Master’s programme devised specifically for experienced language teachers who wish to engage with current research and theory in language education and linguistics from the perspective of pedagogy, policy and practice in the ELT profession and beyond. The course offers you an excellent opportunity to further your career in ELT and develop expertise in specialist fields such as Language Assessment, Digital technologies in ELT, EAP, Materials Development, as well as the opportunity to study relevant theoretical subjects, including Multilingualism, Migration & Diversity.

Key benefits

  • Opportunities to expand your knowledge of current theoretical and practical aspects of language teaching.
  • Excellent tutorial support and extensive programme-specific training in research methods and academic writing.
  • Opportunities to exchange ideas with other experienced language teaching professionals from many diverse backgrounds.
  • Opportunities to develop professional expertise relevant to your career development in areas such as EAP, Materials Development, Language Testing and Assessment, Pragmatics and Teacher Education.

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Employability

Many of our graduates from the Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching MA course choose to remain in higher education and go on to follow MPhil/PhD pathways. Graduates are also well-suited to pursue careers in related fields, including publishing, language planning and policy, educational management, and teacher education.

Curious to find out more? Access on-demand content including taster lectures and talks, and meet our current staff and students on our subject hub page.

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Employability

Many of our graduates from the Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching MA course choose to remain in higher education and go on to follow MPhil/PhD pathways. Graduates are also well-suited to pursue careers in related fields, including publishing, language planning and policy, educational management, and teacher education.

Curious to find out more? Access on-demand content including taster lectures and talks, and meet our current staff and students on our subject hub page.

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